Prince Events

Here in Minneapolis, friends, fans and musicians join together throughout the year to honor and remember our purple star, Prince.

Last Updated: 3/22/24

Musicology 20th Anniversary

March 29, 2024
6:00pm-11:30pm
Paisley Park

Princes 28th studio album, Musicology, turns 20 on March 27th! The impact that this album had on the industry and the future of music cannot be overstated. Come join us in celebrating the release of this iconic album on Friday, March 29th with a night of Real Music by Real Musicians, Concert Footage, a DJ Dance Party featuring DJ Lenka Paris, and more!

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7 At The Park

April 7, 2024
2:00pm
Paisley Park

We will be featuring live performances throughout the day, and collecting gently used sports equipment for our donation drive. See you at the Park!

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Purple Genealogy Presents Let it Rain…Purple: A Purple Rain Viewing and Dance Party

April 21, 2024
5:00pm
Women's Club

Celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Academy Award-winning film Purple Rain, starring Minneapolis’ own, Prince. Join the party for a program, film screening, and dance party featuring DJ Willie Adams. Proceeds will go towards a Prince mural at the High School for Recording Arts. Tickets are $19.84 (of course) and are available at Eventbrite search “Let it Rain…Purple.”

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A Night 2 Remember

April 21, 2024
Paisley Park

10:00 am - the NPG Music Club is open to the public. All are invited to leave a memorial on the fence. You can bring your own - or use one of the flowers and message tags that we will be providing on site. Peoples Organic Cafe will be on-site all day with food and beverages for purchase.

4:21 pm - Candle Lighting in NPG Music Club. This portion will be livestreamed for those who are unable to join us in person.

A Night 2 Remember (ticketed event) 6:00 pm Doors open for a free flowing walkthrough tour and time to reflect in the heart of Paisley Park.

7:00 pm The Celebration of Life begins in the form of a DJ Dance Party in NPG Music Club with DJ Holtz providing the soundtrack, and Peoples Organic Cafe presenting the menu.

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Dr. Mambo’s Combo // Forever In My Life: A Birthday Tribute to Prince

June 19, 2024
7:30pm
The Parkway Theater

Celebrate Prince's birthday with legendary Twin Cities band Dr. Mambo's Combo performing a full night of music from the creator of the Minneapolis Sound. Forever In My Life: A Birthday Tribute to Prince features a diverse collection of songs across the many eras and styles of Prince, including his work with The Revolution and The New Power Generation, as well as songs he wrote for other artists.

The current band lineup features Julius Collins and Margaret Cox on lead vocals, Sonny Thompson on bass, Brian Ziemniak on keys, Geoff LeCrone on guitar and Peter Suttman on drums.

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Celebration 2023

June 20-24, 2024
Paisley Park

In honor of the 40th anniversary of Purple Rain, all guests will experience world class music, celebrity panels, exclusive concert footage, multiple activations in downtown Minneapolis and a newly curated Paisley Park Tour.

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Visit Prince’s Hometown of Minneapolis

From Prince's childhood home to First Avenue nightclub and his Paisley Park studios, the Minneapolis area is full of people touched deeply by Prince, and it’s home to countless places and landmarks that connect us to his life. We have curated a glimpse into the history of Prince's adventure here in our great city. Feel free to download, Experience Prince's Minneapolis tour itinerary and take your friends and family on a self-guided exploration of our city, painted in purple.

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